© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Constantius II FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Siscia
| Bronze | 2.4 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 351-355 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.4 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#104967 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 60% |
Reverse
Helmeted soldier in military dress standing left, spearing falling horseman from right hand; sometimes shield on ground at right or shield in left hand of standing soldier. Horseman wearing Phrygian helmet, raising left hand to defend, lying on back of his horse turned right on ground.
Mint and officina marks in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FEL TEMP REPARATIO
Unabridged legend: Felix Temp Reparatio.
Translation: Happy times are restored.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Many varieties are known for this type, including workshop and dispensary variants, as well as field mark and bust variants.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nummus - Constantius II (FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Siscia) coin is that it features the first Christian symbol, the Chi-Rho, on its reverse side. The Chi-Rho is a combination of the first two letters of the Greek word "Christos" (Χριστός), which means "Christ." This symbol was used by early Christians to secretly identify themselves and mark their property, as Christianity was still a persecuted religion at the time. The inclusion of the Chi-Rho on this coin indicates that Christianity was beginning to gain acceptance and influence in the Roman Empire during the reign of Constantius II.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (351-355) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Nummus - Constantius II (FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Siscia) (351-355) coin.
